Focus on the Family Equipping Parents Podcast

If you had a difficult upbringing, you can still be a great mom or dad. Heidi St. John shares with Jim Daly about the moment she learned she didn't have to repeat her father's mistakes. Also Danny talks with John about how he's seen people overcome a challenging background, and learn to be very good parents.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount!   Listen Anytime   How to Be an Active, Gospel-Centered Mom   Contact our Counseling Department   Support This Show!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Every parent has had moments where you've messed up! If you're feeling guilty about how you responded to a tough situation, you'll be encouraged by when Danny tells John about a time he overreacted as a parent. Then, Heidi St. John talks with Jim Daly about a moment God unexpectedly used an apology she made in front of her kids.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount!   Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Listen Anytime   Age and Stage eNewsletters   Contact our Counseling Department   Support This Show!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most of us have something we need to overcome from our childhood. Maybe it was a doubt, or a bad habit. Danny opens up to John about things he faced and overcame as a kid. Plus, Jim Daly joins Lucille Williams, who talks about her struggles with ADHD, and moving to a new state.   Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY.   Receive the book Turtle Finds His Talent for your donation of any amount!   Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment   Listen Anytime   Age and Stage eNewsletters   Contact our Counseling Department   Support This Show!   If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Has your child ever said, "I'm just not good enough?" How do you respond well in those moments when he or she says that? Danny talks with John about how his daughter struggled with saying similar things about herself. Also, Lucille Williams and Jim Daly share why it's important to teach your kids about the dangers of unhealthy comparison. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Turtle Finds His Talent for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Help Your Kids Discover What They’re Good At Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Smartphones have given us access to the world. But, is that good or bad? Jim Daly and David Murrow explain some of the negative ways technology has given us too much power as people. Plus, Danny and John share how technology can impact your children's dating lives, and how to have good discussions with them about that topic. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Connecting as a Family in a Tech Absorbed World Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

So many of us are quick to pull out our phones. But what kind of example is that setting for our kids? David Murrow sits down with Jim Daly to discuss why spending too much time on a screen is bad for our brains. Then, Danny and John offer you ways to positively use your phone. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Connecting as a Family in a Tech Absorbed World Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Every child has strengths, and as a parent, it's your job to discover what they are. Danny talks with John about some of the strengths his kids have. Also, Dr. Kathy Koch speaks with Jim Daly about why good character qualities are needed to help sustain your child's giftings. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Teaching Character to Your Kids Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How would you define "true character?" Danny and John answer that very question. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch discuss core needs every kid has, and how you as a parent can help them find their identity in Christ. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Teaching Character to Your Kids Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You had something wonderful planned for your kids. But, it didn't go according to plan. We've all been there. Heidi St. John tells Jim Daly about a moment that left her in tears after a dinner with her children didn't go well. Then, John and Danny will remind you that a bad moment doesn't make you a terrible parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Counseling Consultation and Referrals Mom, Do You Know How Amazing You Are? Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you avoid constantly worrying about your kids? John and Danny explain how worry is a common struggle for many parents. Also, Jim Daly interviews Heidi St. John on how she's learned to let go of worry by trusting the Lord. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Counseling Consultation and Referrals Mom, Do You Know How Amazing You Are? Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What if your parenting was only a small adjustment away from better communication with your teen? Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus talk about ways you can inspire your teenager to make small changes. Also, Danny and John share how teens long to be challenged and inspired Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Counseling Consultation and Referrals Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever had a moment where your teen snapped at you? Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly share about how to respond well when your teen is upset. Then, Danny and John will encourage parents who feel like they've not done a good job of talking to their teenager. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Counseling Consultation and Referrals Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When you're constantly on a screen, it's really bad for your brain. Danny talks with John about how he's dealt with the issue of screen-time among his own kids. Also, David Murrow and Jim Daly explain why your brain needs quiet moments and not to be on a screen full time. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Connecting As a Family In a Tech Absorbed World Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You go anywhere in public, and kids are on their screens. How can we teach our kids to be more disciplined? David Murrow talks with Jim Daly about growing up in a household where the tv was constantly on. Plus, John and Danny give a practical tip for parents to help your children not use screens so much. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Drowning in Screen Time for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Connecting As a Family In a Tech Absorbed World Age and Stage eNewsletters Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Who's someone you admire for his or her character? John and Danny share examples of people they appreciate for their character qualities. Then, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch talk about learning from the character of Jesus, and why He's the perfect example for our kids to emulate. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Teaching Character to Your Kids Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's rewarding when your kids obey you. But, it's way better when they obey with good intentions. Dr. Kathy Koch and Jim Daly share how obedience should flow from our kids' character. Also, John and Danny discuss how to let go of fear over if your kids will make the right choices. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Teaching Character to Your Kids Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you like to start your day as a parent? John and Danny explain how they tried starting their days when their kids were little. Then, Heidi St. John talks with Jim Daly about what helped her start her days off well, and times she's faced disappointed expectations as a mom. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Mom, Do You Know How Amazing You Are? How to Be an Active, Gospel-Centered Mom Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Being a mother is absolutely exhausting. If you're feeling that way now, we want to encourage you to keep going. Danny and John share how their wives have worked so hard with raising kids. Also, Heidi St. John and Jim Daly speak to moms about how to keep your focus on God, even when you feel weak. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book MomStrong 365 for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Mom, Do You Know How Amazing You Are? Lord, Help Me Pray for My Kids: 365 Heartfelt Prayers for Parents Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's one thing to set rules for our kids, but it's not always easy to implement them. But what about when your teen wants more independence? Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly speak about how teenagers need more freedom as they get older. Plus, if your teen is engaging in inappropriate behavior, and isn't following your rules at all, John and Danny will provide some insights on how to respond well. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you learn to let go and still practice healthy discipline with your child during the teen years? Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus address the types of consequences that are effective in disciplining your teens. Also, John asks Danny what are some common mistakes parents make when trying to discipline a teenager. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

There is a great correlation between decluttering your life and having more peace of mind. Jim Daly talks with Courtney Ellis about how she's learned to live a simplified lifestyle. Then, John and Danny address the importance of taking time to rest as a parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Busy, Busy, Busy Attuning to God's Presence and Calling Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What's the best present you have given to your kids? Danny tells John about gifts his kids remember him giving to them. You'll also hear Jim Daly speak with Courtney Ellis on how she's encouraged her children to live a lifestyle of generosity. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Practicing Generosity as a Family Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What are some ways you've prayed for your children? John and Danny explain how they have prayed for their own kids. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch discuss the need to model godly behavior in front of our kids, if we want them to be people of integrity. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently your donation of any amount! Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Do Your Kids Know You Value Their Character? Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Sometimes, one of the best things you can do is ask your children questions. Danny talks with John about something effective he's asked his kids. Then, Dr. Kathy Koch shares with Jim Daly three questions you can ask your kids to help strengthen their character. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently your donation of any amount! Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Teaching Character to Your Kids Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many people are down on the next generation. But, what if there was a more optimistic way to see young people? Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace explain why dwelling on the negative isn't good for the upcoming generation. You'll also hear from Danny and John about how making sacrifices for your kids can be a joyful thing. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Helping Children See God as Relevant to Their Lives How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

So many parents have a strained relationship with one or more of their kids. If you find yourself in that situation, we pray this episode will encourage you to not throw in the towel. Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace will remind you to give yourself grace, even if you weren't the best spiritual example to your children. Also, Danny and John will discuss maintaining a relationship with your kids, even if they aren't walking with God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department Support This Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Moms and dads both play very different roles in raising a teenager. To help you through that process, Danny and John discuss tension points that a teen may have with mom and dad. Plus, Dr. Ken Wilgus talks to Jim Daly about how to handle consequences when a teenager misbehaves. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The ways you communicate with a teenager are incredibly different from how you talk with a young child. Dr. Ken Wilgus, who counsels teens, speaks with Jim Daly about common challenges he's seen in parent-teen relationships. Then, John and Danny provide hope to to parents who realize they've been too hard on their teenager. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Life in American culture is filled with busyness. When your to-do list is long, is living a more simplified lifestyle even possible? Courtney Ellis joins Jim Daly to provide some tips for simplifying your life and cleaning out your home. Then, Danny and John explain why having free time in your schedule is a good thing. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How Do I Declutter My Life? Ideas for Organization If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Keeping the house clean when your kids are growing up can feel like an impossible task. John and Danny bring up how it was a challenge for them when their kids were little. You'll also hear Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis talk about how not having your house perfectly clean is actually good for when company comes over. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How Do I Declutter My Life? Hospitality For Busy Families If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What character traits do you hope your kids have someday? Danny and John discuss ways they've prayed for their kids to have godly qualities in their behavior. Plus, Jim Daly and Dr. Kathy Koch share how godly actions must come from our character, instead of trying to please others. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Support The Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Does it seem like your kids are mimicking your behavior a lot? How do you set a godly example for them? Danny and John share how children can be quick to imitate our actions. Also, Jim Daly and parenting expert, Dr. Kathy Koch, address modeling Christ-like conduct to your children. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Support The Show! If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What kind of identity did your parents give you? Danny shares with John about some of the ways his parents helped form his identity growing up. Then, J. Warner Wallace speaks with Jim Daly about three different ways a child's identity can be shaped. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Helping Children See God as Relevant to Their Lives How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers Donate Now If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

When should you start teaching kids to defend their faith? J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly answer that question. Plus, Danny and John will encourage you to not be scared about some of the challenges your kids might face regarding their faith. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers Donate Now If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What can you do if your teenager says something that you strongly disagree with? Dr. Ken Wilgus talks with Jim Daly about how parents can still maintain a relationship, even if there's a disagreement. You'll then hear from John and Danny on what to do if a disagreement is very serious. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

What is an appropriate level of freedom for your teenager? Danny and John will address how moms and dads can struggle to let go in the teen years. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus discuss why your teen needs healthy amounts of freedom and privacy, as he or she is learning independence. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

All of us are busy raising our kids. As your schedule gets crowded, how do you make time to pray and hear God speak to you? Jim Daly and Courtney Ellis share how learning to hear from God is possible, even when you're super busy. Then, Danny talks with John about how learning to hear from God has helped him be a better parent. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Busy, Busy, Busy Attuning to God’s Presence and Calling If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Most of us don't expect our houses to become messy, yet sadly, a lot of us are overwhelmed with stuff. Courtney Ellis and Jim Daly share why it honors God for you to declutter your home. Plus, John and Danny offer hope to those who are struggling to get rid of things. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Attuning to God’s Presence and Calling How Do I Declutter My Life? If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever wanted to say what was on your mind, but you knew you shouldn't in front of your kids? John and Danny share times that's happened in their own parenting. Also, Dr. Kathy Koch tells Jim Daly a funny story about a time she held her tongue, even when it was difficult situation. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Parenting Differently for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Age and Stage eNewsletters Teaching Character to Your Kids If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

The current generation is facing many challenges through social media, shows and peer pressure. The world is constantly telling them what's acceptable. Jim Daly and J. Warner Wallace bring up how kids and teens today long for something that's real. Plus, John and Danny give some ideas for how kids can practice authenticity. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

It's become a popular trend on social media for people to announce they're leaving the Christian faith. In a world where that's promoted, how do you train your kids to be close to God? J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly discuss some of the faith challenges kids are dealing with today. Then, Danny and John share about why some kids stay strong in their walk with God. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime The Proof You Need to Believe in Jesus Christ How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Practicing healthy dialogue with your teenager can make a major difference in keeping your relationship strong. Danny and John address how to balance giving your teen freedom and having good dialogue. Also, Jim Daly and Dr. Ken Wilgus share some tools to help equip parents for healthy conversations. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

You ask your teen to do a simple favor. But instead of doing it, he or she gives you the eyeroll! Many of us have dealt with that! John and Danny bring up some of the challenges parents deal with in letting go when their kids reach the teen years. Also, Dr. Ken Wilgus and Jim Daly discuss how to give your teen appropriate kinds of freedom. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

How do you and your spouse keep your relationship strong, even when you are busy raising children? Jim Daly speaks with Courtney Ellis about the need for couples to stay committed to each other. Also, John and Danny give a word of encouragement to parents who feel distracted by the demands of life. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How Children Impact Married Life Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Does it feel like you're running from one to the next without any breathing room? John and Danny share that many parents feel exhausted in their schedules today. Then, Courtney Ellis joins Jim Daly to discuss how she's learned to say "no" to certain opportunities as a parent Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Uncluttered for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Busy, Busy, Busy Contact our Counseling Department If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Have you ever asked your kids, "What does God think about this choice you want to make?" Danny tells John about how he's tried to ask that question in his parenting. Plus, Jim Daly asks Janel Breitenstein about an acronym she created to help her kids practice spiritual discernment. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Leading Your Child to Christ Why Your Kids Need Intentional Parents If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

In a time where our kids are bombarded with lies and entertainment, how can they find their identity in Christ? Janel Breitenstein and Jim Daly speak about a time she helped her daughter through identity struggles. Then, John and Danny offer some ideas for helping your kids practice wise entertainment choices. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Permanent Markers for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime PluggedIn Putting God First If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

So many anti-Christian messages are being promoted to our kids today. John and Danny will discuss how to respond well if your child finds information online that tries to refute the Bible. Also, J. Warner Wallace and Jim Daly talk about the influence technology has on our children's minds today. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book So the Next Generation Wil Know for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers Teach Kids How to Defend Their Faith If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.

Many young teens and kids are struggling with their faith. If that starts happening with one of your kids, how should you respond? Danny and John give some reasons why Christianity is true. Plus, J. Warner Wallace shares how he's seen many young people walk away from the faith. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Get the book So the Next Generation Will Know for your donation of any amount! Take the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Assessment Audio Download: "Reaching the Next Generation for Christ" How to Be Intentional About Raising Christ Followers

Some kids love rules while others don't. However, if a parent is too strict, Danny and John will share why that can increase the chances of rebellion. Then, Dr. Ken Wilgus joins Jim Daly to discuss how most parents are doing better job than we think. Find us online at focusonthefamily.com/parentingpodcast. Or call 1-800-A-FAMILY. Receive the book Feeding the Mouth that Bites You for your donation of any amount! Learn About the 7 Traits of Effective Parenting Listen Anytime Sign Up for the Age and Stage eNewsletter Tips for Communicating with Teens: How to Connect When Emotions Run High If you've listened to any of our podcasts, please give us your feedback.